Measuring Tools - Part A

Question 1

All measurements require 3 elements

Answer 1

The part
The measuring device
A standard (device to measure against)

Question 2

Steel rules usually are, what length

Answer 2

6 inches

Question 3

4 common rule types are:

Answer 3

Spring tempered rule
Flexible rule
Narrow rule
Hook rule

Question 4

Spring tempered rule is not designed to be

Answer 4

Bent or flexed

Question 5

Spring tempered rules can be used as an

Answer 5

Accurate straight edge

Question 6

Flexible rule is made of thinner stock so I can

Answer 6

Flexed around curved edges

Question 7

Narrow rules fit in narrow spaces and only have

Answer 7

Graduations along only one edge

Question 8

Hook rules have a hook on the end, which makes it easy to:

Answer 8

• Line up with the end of a work piece
• Set an inside caliper
• Measure workpieces with chamfered edges

Question 9

Measurement discrimination refer to the degree to which a measuring instrument can

Answer 9

Divide the basic until of length during the measurement process

Question 10

The small markings on each side of a rule are called

Answer 10

Graduations

Question 11

A _______ measuring tool compares two sets of graduations to magnify the accuracy of the measurement

Answer 11

Vernier